English Riviera
Travel Guide
Visit English Riviera
Where to stay in English Riviera
Torquay City Centre
Torquay City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for is great bars, beautiful seaside views, and captivating waterfront views. You might also want to check out attractions like Princess Theatre or Torquay Marina while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Babbacombe
Unique features of Babbacombe include the seaside views and restaurants. Make a stop by Torquay United FC or Babbacombe Cliff Railway while you're exploring the area.
Roundham
If you're spending some time in Roundham, Paignton Beach and Fairy Cove are top sights worth seeing.
St. Michaels
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in St. Michaels and surrounding area, you can visit Paignton Zoo and Palace Theatre.
The Grand Hotel
Good breakfast & the bar area has a 1940s vibe & excellent cream teas
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
The Imperial Torquay
Bit of a mix up.at checkin as I was sure my booking included breakfast but I was told it didn’t as I'd upgraded to a seaview.. I'd booked in a hurry so we didn't query. We did get a discount by ordering and paying there and then, but it was an expense I hadn't budgeted for It was a lovely room in ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Hampton by Hilton Torquay
Excellent
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
The Goodrington Sands- Apart Hotel
Astor House
Check in was easy, good communications with host. Well equipped, comfortable and spacious apartment with a great view of the bay. Good value for money, especially in the off season. A car is a must as the roads are very, very steep.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026
The Osborne Apartments
Everything about the experience was amazing
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Popular places to visit
Princess Theatre
See a stand-up show, musical or other live production at this much-loved coastal theater, located close to many of Torquay’s most popular attractions.
Blackpool Sands
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Blackpool Sands might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Dartmouth. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Paignton Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Paignton Beach during your travels in Paignton? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Meadfoot Beach
Walk along a scenic coastal path from Torquay Harbour to reach this well-maintained beach, a favorite with water sports fans.
Hope Cove Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Hope Cove Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Hope.
Babbacombe Beach
This unspoiled cove was once the home of fishermen and smugglers. Now it’s a popular beach on the English Riviera coastline.
